A few years ago I had some blood work done and found out why I hadn't been feeling well. My female hormone production was almost non-existent and I was only 39. My doctor prescribed hormones through a regular pharmacy. After taking them for just 2 months, I had gained over 20 pounds. Not wanting to jeopardize my health with excessive weight gain, I asked my doctor for another option. That's when he suggested bio-identical hormones. Since taking them, my life has improved immensely! My moods are stable, I have a normal sex-drive again, I'm not depressed and I'm able to think more clearly. Rather than restricting access to these hormones, the FDA should consider promoting them for more women like me who struggle with depression, mood swings and no sex-drive. Thank you for allowing me to share my story.